November 24, 2023
Wise Words and Big Ideas
Vince Dannetta shared this insightful podcast for this week’s Wise Words and Big Ideas:
7 Ancient Teachings for a Life Well-lived | James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw
Good Life Project
Podcast teaser:
What if ancient indigenous wisdom could guide us to live a good life today? My guest James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw, a descendant of the Ojibwe tribe, reveals hidden insights encoded in their language after dedicating over 20 years to studying and translating their stories. His fascinating new book, The Seven Generations and The Seven Grandfather Teachings, unpacks unconventional yet powerful Ojibwe concepts of truth, humility, respect, love, courage, honesty and wisdom. James' journey to reconnect with his heritage and its uncommon notions of how to live a moral life deliver the soulful antidote our modern lives need. His insights and passion bring this everyday wisdom for living a good life into focus.
Coffee Klatch
On December 1, we will have our third Coffee Klatch for all Staff starting at 8:30 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room. Please join your colleagues for a chat, coffee, tea, cinnamon coffee cake and fresh fruit.
Student Late Start
During the student late start on December 1, no students should be in the building and teachers will have time to work on their Professional Growth and Development Project.
Operations staff do not have any specific PD during this student late start unless notified by their department head.
Admissions Test Marking
UTS is looking for teachers to assist in marking Admissions Tests.
You can find the posting here on the Staff Portal Job Board under Specialized and Project Based Positions.
Applicants must have teaching qualifications in Math or English or have taught Math or English at UTS.
Interested teachers should submit a letter of interest to the UTS Human Resources Department (utshr@utschools.ca) by November 30, 2023.
Reporting Day on December 5
Teachers can work on reports from home or from school. No students should be in the building.
Reports are due on December 6 at 9 a.m.
Facilities - Need to Know
Meetings Requiring Food and Drink Reminder:
Please be sure to give Paula a minimum of one week’s notice if you require food and beverage at your meeting.
With this amount of notice she can be prepared and have supplies on hand and also let you know if there is a conflict with her time.
Please provide the budget code in your email request. (i.e. 1100-57501)
Thank you for your help with this.
Class of 2023 Reunion
Join the Class of 2023 on Thursday, December 21 during their reunion lunch in the Jackman Theatre from 12 to 1 p.m.
If you wish to join in the lunch offerings, please RSVP by Monday, December 11.
RSVP here.
Silver Lining
Thanks to Negar Shayan for providing this week’s Silver Living. If you would like to share a Silver Lining for a future Staff Update, please submit your content here.
